Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to participate in the new Peace Council proposed by Donald Trump as an international watchdog over the post-war reconstruction of Gaza. Dozens of world leaders were invited, but several countries, including France, refused to participate, which provoked a sharp reaction from the White House.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accepted US President Donald Trump’s invitation to participate in the newly formed Peace Council. This initiative is part of the second phase of the ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian movement Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The information was published by Netanyahu’s office through the social network X. According to Trump’s plan, the Peace Council is intended to serve as an international oversight body that will oversee the Palestinian Transitional Administration in the Gaza Strip during post-war reconstruction.
- Netanyahu accepted an invitation to the Peace Council from Trump.
- The Peace Council is supposed to oversee the transitional administration in Gaza.
- The US plans to expand the council’s mandate beyond Gaza.
- Some countries refused the invitation, which caused tension.
- The success of the board depends on the cooperation of all parties involved.
Netanyahu said in his statement that he is ready to work with other world leaders to achieve stability and peace in the region. “I accept this invitation knowing that it is a historic opportunity to contribute to a peaceful solution to the conflict,” said the Israeli prime minister.
Extension of mandate
However, according to the DPA agency, there are indications that the United States plans to expand the Peace Council’s mandate to other areas outside the Palestinian territories. The move could spark new diplomatic discussions and potentially tensions between the parties involved. Dozens of world leaders have already received letters of invitation to participate in the council, including Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.
However, not all countries responded positively to the invitation. Norway, France and Britain have already refused to participate. The French decision provoked a sharp reaction from Donald Trump, who threatened to impose a 200 percent import tariff on French champagne and wine. This move could have a significant impact on trade relations between the two countries.
International reactions
The creation of the Peace Council comes at a time when the international community is trying to find a long-term solution to the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Although some countries support the initiative, others express concerns about possible interference in their internal affairs or over-expansion of the council’s mandate. Analysts warn that the success of this initiative will depend on the ability of the parties involved to find common ground and avoid further conflicts.
The Peace Council could play a key role in restoring stability to the region, but its future remains uncertain. More details about its operation and composition are expected to be released in the coming weeks.
